Case size: 36 mm
Material: steel
Movement: automatic, caliber 330 sc aig. 1
Year: circa 2006
Crystal: sapphire crystal
Bracelet: rubber strap, folding clasp
Reference number: 5066A-001
Serial number: 3'412'990
Case number: 4'152'242
Accompanied by: certificate, box, outer box
The general impression is good. Wear due to age and use with scratches and minor dings throughout. Dial with green luminova, hands with blue luminova.
A simple function check indicated the movement runs; accuracy, power reserve and long-term performance have not been tested and servicing may be required at the buyer’s expense. Water resistance cannot be guaranteed and should be checked by a qualified watchmaker before any exposure to water. No right of withdrawal applies to live auction purchases.
A year after the success of the ref. 5060 among Patek Philippe’s existing clientele, the brand expanded its Aquanaut collection with the introduction of three new references: the 5064, 5065, and 5066. Each brought a unique evolution to the line. The 5064 featured a practical quartz movement, while the 5066 retained the dimensions of its predecessor but introduced an open caseback. Meanwhile, the 5065 offered a larger 38mm case, earning it the nickname “Jumbo” Aquanaut.
Among these, the 5065 and 5066 stand out as quintessential examples of the neo-vintage Aquanaut. Both references shared the upgrade of a sapphire caseback, a feature absent in the original 5060. Produced between 1998 and 2006, this model remains highly sought-after by collectors for its balance of classic design and modern refinement. This 5066 was sold in 2006.